Bahn Mi Lettuce Wraps
Serves: 4
Darlene Legros
1 January 1970
Based on User reviews:
44
Spice
48
Sweetness
48
Sourness
41
mins
Prep time (avg)
4.9
Difficulty
Ingredients:
1
Salt2 tbsps
Rice Vinegar1 small
Green Apple (julienned)1 medium
Carrot (shredded)1 small
Jalapeno (sliced into rings)4 sprigs
Cilantro (fresh)Directions:
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Watch how to make this recipe
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Fill a medium saucepan three-quarters with water
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Add the lemon juice and bring to a boil
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Add a pinch of salt and then drop the shrimp into the boiling water, cook until the shrimp are opaque, 2 to 3 minutes
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While shrimp cooks, create an ice bath
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Drain the shrimp and place in the ice bath
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Once cooled, drain the shrimp and pat off any excess water
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Set aside
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Combine the vinegar, apples, carrots, cucumbers, jalapenos and scallions in a bowl
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Season the salad with salt and pepper
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To assemble the wraps, lay out the lettuce leaves
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Divide the poached shrimp and salad among the leaves
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Top each with a sprig of cilantro
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To prepare ahead of time, pack the lettuce, shrimp and 1/4 cup salad in separate containers and assemble when you're ready to eat